Process Development Senior Scientist

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Process Development Senior Scientist

What you will do

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Amgen's Commercial Attribute Sciences group within Process Development is seeking a Senior Scientist based at our Thousand Oaks, California site. The Senior Scientist will serve as an analytical subject matter expert supporting general compendial methods across the global Amgen network. This individual will be a part of an agile team that interfaces with cross-functional business partners including Attribute Sciences Team Leads, Drug Substance Process Development, Drug Product Process Development, Quality Control, Manufacturing, Product Quality and other key functions within Amgen Operations.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Provide global cross-functional leadership and technical support for general/compendial methods and testing

• Interact and collaborate with other functional areas in a matrix environment as an analytical subject matter expert

• Support analytical method lifecycle management, including testing to support method development, method remediation, method qualification and method implementation in new testing sites

• Generate and critically evaluate analytical data in support of investigations and regulatory submissions

• Support the assessment of pharmacopeia updates to ensure the compliance of analytical methods

• Keep current in the analytical development field and support the evaluation and implementation of new testing technologies

What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The dynamic professional we seek is an individual with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of Scientific experience OR

• Master’s degree and 3 years of Scientific experience OR

• Doctorate degree PhD OR PharmD OR MD [and relevant post-doc where applicable]

Preferred Qualifications:

• Hands-on experience in various analytical technologies including UV for protein concentration, SoloVPE, pH, osmolality, turbidity, color analysis, KF titration, etc.

• Experience in troubleshooting and investigation methodologies for problem solving

• Detail-oriented approach with excellent written and oral communication for the timely documentation, presentation, and discussion of results in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary, team-based environment

• Ability to establish effective and respectful relationships with cross-functional business partners

• Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage tasks independently to meet deliverables

• Action-oriented, eager to learn, and supports new ideas and initiatives

What you can expect from us

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.

The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.

In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities that may include:

• A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts

• A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan

• Stock-based long-term incentives

• Award-winning time-off plans

• Flexible work models, including remote and hybrid work arrangements, where possible

Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team.

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